Fun and entertainment New York (Manhattan)

Angelina, a Parisian tearoom that has been established on rue de Rivoli for almost 120 years, needs no introduction. Its New York counterpart is just a stone's throw from Bryant Park, and features a Parisian-style room with superb Belle Époque paintings, where you can enjoy pastries and viennoiseries that are no match for those concocted at the original address. The signature dish is the Mont-Blanc. And the rich hot chocolate never disappoints. Another Angelina Paris boutique has just opened on the Upper East Side.

Dress code of rigor in the evening to enter this bar seen many times in the series Gossip Girl. The place is quite spacious and it is quite possible to find a table outside in the early evening. On Friday and Saturday evenings, it's another atmosphere, with a bouncer at the entrance and often a long queue before you can access the roof. The perfect place to dance with the sons and daughters of Manhattan's wealthy families.

A self-proclaimed social club ping-pong. Imagine instead: a DJ who mixes dance, techno and pop music, a nightclub decoration, and... seventeen ping-pong tables. A delirious place for a group of friends determined to spend a good evening and chat with many strangers over a beer, a plate of deli meats, and a game of ping-pong. For the anecdote, it is the Hollywood actress Susan Sarandon who is at the origin of the concept, now franchised and available in a dozen American cities.

Opened in June 2014, Dear Irving has quickly become a must. As with New York's top restaurants, it is advisable to book well in advance to get a seat in this bar. Its four rooms are decorated according to a theme: Marie-Antoinette (ceiling chandeliers and abundant ornaments), Gatsby the Magnificent (1920s style), Abraham Lincoln (velvet sofas) and John Fitzgerald Kennedy (colourful decoration, very 1960s). We come here especially for the huge and inventive cocktail menu.

This prestigious music school regularly gives free concerts. On this occasion, the students of the school, whatever their field of study (violin, piano, singing, percussion...) perform. The level is very high, which is largely explained by the fact that the school has an admission rate of less than 7%! The school houses Alice Tully Hall where the New York Chamber Music Orchestra, The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and the jazz orchestra conducted by Wynton Marsalis perform.

The David Rubenstein Atrium is the building where you can buy tickets for dozens of events held at the Lincoln Center, and have a coffee while discussing the latest opera or ballet. It is also a meeting place for music lovers: several times a week, free performances and concerts take place there. Eclecticism is required and jazz groups, classical music, salsa or even poetry readings follow one another.

Just a few blocks from the Flatiron Building, Vin sur Vingt is the perfect place for those who want to take a well-deserved break over a glass of wine and a plate of cheese or charcuterie, either at the table or in front of the counter. The menu offers about fifty wines by the glass, classified by region: expect some well-known names, but also some great discoveries. As for the dishes, there are tartars (tuna or beef), salads, sandwiches, cassolettes, and a few French classics such as escargots and rillettes.

Would you like to have a drink on board a boat? We're talking about a 1929 lightship that plied the waters of the East Coast for 30 years before dropping anchor on the banks of the Hudson River at Pier 66. The bar and restaurant is actually called Pier 66 Maritime & Grill, but regulars still refer to it as " the Frying Pan". The place is not well known to tourists, but it is still packed on weekends when the weather is good. Order a beer and sit on the deck to enjoy the sunset over New Jersey and Manhattan.

This theatre, created in 1941 under the name of Elgin Theater (then a cinema) and renovated in 1982, mainly hosts dance performances. It is best known to New Yorkers, who appreciate its very eclectic programming. You can see contemporary dance shows as well as flamenco or swing. If you want to attend quality performances at a reasonable price, the Joyce Theater will make you happy. There are shows every day (twice a day on weekends), except on Mondays.

Created by a French electronic music enthusiast who works closely with the best techno clubs in Brooklyn and Manhattan, this platform selects the best parties and offers you good tips for going out every night. Through Brouqueline, you have access to guestlists, reduced rates, free events, but also exclusive evenings held in secret places. Where's the after-party? Ask Brouqueline! Perfect for finding outings off the beaten track.

Opened in the summer of 2013 in a long room on a street corner (which converts to a terrace in fine weather), Barawine is a trendy place where you can come for an aperitif during the week (happy hour is quite interesting) or to dine in earnest, why not on the large communal table. Large bay windows overlooking the street, frequent DJ sessions and a breathtaking wine and cocktail list are sure to delight. On the solid side, tuna tartare, salade niçoise and onion soup are just some of the dishes on offer.

This tiny speakeasy is run by Sam Ross and Michael McIlroy, both long-time mixologists. You knock on the door, a hostess directs you to a free table, then the bartenders come in: tell them what you're in the mood for, they'll know what to concoct. Everything is good, so it's hard to be disappointed. We like the muffled atmosphere and the very successful 1930's atmosphere. There is no reservation, you have to try your luck, and you should know that New Yorkers start lining up even before the opening.

There are few chances for visitors to eat at Rao's: the ten or so tables in this traditional Italian restaurant run by the Rao family (who arrived in the city in 1896) are reserved all year round. The place is considered one of the most difficult places to get a table in New York! So we come here to get an idea of what a real Italian-American canteen looks like, which has crossed the century. Go there, you won't be disappointed. And maybe you'll get a seat at the bar... if the boss is in the mood.

An Irish pub that looks like an Irish pub , except that the second floor (The Parlor) is home to one of the world's finest cocktail bars... Winner of numerous awards, the place is impressive, at least as impressive as the bartenders in red tuxedos juggling some fifty bottles without the slightest distinctive sign. You can choose one of the inventive cocktails on the menu or opt for the unknown, guided by the master mixologist in charge. A word of advice: ask to be placed in the Parlor.

The Saks Fifth Avenue store hides a secret... On the eighth floor is an intimate bar designed by Philippe Starck. The place looks like an ultra-classy mountain chalet, with a rather original decoration. On sunny days, the terrace offers a unique view of Rockefeller, Fifth Avenue and the Empire State Building. The Chalet is part of the restaurant L'Avenue, located one floor above. It is the new trendy place, go there for the atmosphere and for the celebrity sightings. Kim Kardashian, Mariah Carey and Jimmy Fallon are regulars.

So shall we dance? This is the temple of world music. Crunk, jazz, blues, reggae, soul, roots, gospel... all genres are represented at the Shrine, and it is essentially independent artists who perform on its stage. Don't try to sit at the few tables, here we move to the rhythm of the music! Admission is free on weekdays and generally charged on weekend evenings, but the prices are not excessive given the quality of the programming. You will certainly discover new talents!

Every night, folk-rock bands follow one another on the stage of the Rockwood Music Hall. And you rarely leave disappointed, especially since there are three rooms. One is paying, the two others are free, but you have to buy something to drink. The rooms are neither too big nor too small, perfect for an intimate concert. The prices are quite reasonable. A very good address to discover talented bands or to see recognized artists. Lady Gaga and Mumford & Sons have performed on its stage.

A nightclub on two floors which welcomes the biggest DJs and names of the electro scene in a rather intimate atmosphere (we sometimes lack space to dance). Steve Aoki, Benny Benassi, Swedish House Mafia regularly play at the Marquee. It's better to book your tickets in advance on the website because it's cheaper. As often in this kind of places, alcoholic drinks are overpriced. Have a drink elsewhere and then come to the Marquee for the atmosphere and the music. Dress code: chic and trendy, like the clientele.

A brand new restaurant that makes a lot of noise, which we recommend above all for its inventive, varied and delicious cocktails. All you have to do is sit along the magnificent circular bar to enjoy it. You can order food, but the dishes, which are quite good, are a little expensive. A place is very nice for a drink, in a corner where there wasn't much until recently. The installation of Legacy Records here is further proof that Hudson Yards is on the way to becoming a moving neighbourhood.

This speakeasy, opened in the early 1920s, undergoing prohibition, no longer sells alcohol today, but it is possible to return home with its bottles. So it's not for the drinks that we go to Bill's Place, but for the quality of the jazz concerts that take place every Friday and Saturday night. During the heyday of New York jazz, Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington and Fats Waller were regulars. Between each performance, the master of the place, Bill Saxton, a saxophonist born in 1946, reviews the history of the place.

This multi-storey establishment opened its doors in 2002 and has been stirring up crowds ever since. On Saturday evening, the Dance Marathon became an institution in the city, gathering the wildest wildlife in New York, on the dark dance floor. Resident DJ Timmy Regisford (and one of the local bosses) hypnotizes the track week after week, training his followers until Sunday afternoon, non-stop! On sunny days, the roof opens for your greatest satisfaction, revealing a splendid view of the skyscrapers.

In the heart of Midtown, Providence since 2004 replaces the Bar Bat, which was one of the favourite caves of the New Yorkers. This property is full of history. In 1930 a church was established here, then, 40 years later, the legendary Media Sound Studios with a recording studio of it where Hendrix, Aretha Franklin, The Stones and other John Lennon avenue in acoustics. The place is very warm, comfortable armchairs, small glass tables, candles, floor, one has the feeling of being in a large loft away from the world. One of our favourites, for its atmosphere and its history.

This one-of-a-kind bar is set up like an ultra kitschy mobile home you might see in Florida or Las Vegas. With its old red neon signs, Elvis posters, vintage signs, 1960s music and crazy decor, the Trailer Park Lounge takes us to another place and time. The margarita flows freely (if there are at least four of you and you're in good shape, order a pitcher), the burgers are not divine but they do the trick. For a sunny late afternoon.

This is the Financial District's hip new cocktail bar, set on the top floor of an Art Deco tower that also houses a gourmet restaurant (Saga). What we like: the surprising 360-degree view from the terrace, and the bar's intimate atmosphere. What we don't like: the price of cocktails and the hefty bill that follows. Reservations are possible, but only if you spend a minimum of US$50 per person. We therefore recommend going without a reservation, preferably at opening time. A great experience.

A cozy bar that's popular for several reasons: its worthwhile happy hour (cocktails, glasses of wine, beers and oysters at reduced prices Tuesday to Friday from 4pm to 6pm), and the fact that you can eat there until closing time. It's a popular spot for New Yorkers to unwind with friends after work.

Bar Goto is a very small Japanese bar whose front on Eldridge Street is barely noticeable. Few people venture there by chance; for example, you often meet regulars who are sitting at the bar, busy talking to the excellent bartender. In addition to the many delicious cocktails, the selection of sake, the two Japanese beers and the few wines, the place is famous for its Japanese food bar, including Okonomi-yaki (a kind of pancakes with eggs and cabbage) and various fermented vegetables. A real New Yorker secret.

More of an experience than just a museum, Spyscape offers an immersion into the world of spies, combining exciting exhibitions and interactive challenges. Equipped with a high-tech bracelet, you will be confronted with challenges corresponding to the various facets of the spy profession and intellectual challenges related to the world of espionage. Your performance will be collected in order to establish your spy profile, which you will discover at the end. Allow between 1.5 and 2 hours in the museum, whose labyrinthine architecture was designed by David Adjaye.

Hell's Kitchen is certainly not short of places to go out, far from it, but many of the bars in the neighborhood can be a bit impersonal. At Pocket Bar, it's the opposite: the place is intimate (hence the name!) and is frequented by a clientele of regulars who all know the bartender by his first name. At the end of the evening, the atmosphere is even more relaxed, we sing along to old hits that everyone knows and we make new friends. No cocktail on the menu but the Sharknado Sangria pleases most people!

Comedy Cellar's eternal rival has been welcoming actors from all walks of life to his stage since 1996. Dave Chapelle, Chris Rock, Lewis Black and other kings of black humour have passed in front of his audience... and still pass there regularly, without warning. The club has appeared several times on the small screen, including in the successful series Curb your Enthusiasm. If you speak and understand English well, go for it! You may have the chance to see a well-known actor... knowing that young talents are sometimes the funniest!

A huge 200^m2 bar hosts some of the city's best DJs. Whether you go during the week or at the weekend, you're sure to dance. Unlike a nightclub, drinks are much more reasonably priced, especially thanks to happy hour every day until 8pm. The atmosphere is also much more relaxed than a nightclub, and there's no chance of being turned away! Every weekend, the "Electric Feel Dance Party" lets you dance to the greatest hits of the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s.

One of Paris's most sought-after nightlife addresses enters the New York scene. Just a few blocks from Times Square, in the heart of Hell's Kitchen, the confidential club opens its doors to a minimalist, contemporary universe revisited by Harry Nuriev. At the bar, star mixologist Rémy Savage offers a version of his cocktails adapted to the city that never sleeps, conceived as a link with Paris and the parent company. Live music and DJ sets with local and international artists. A new address that's already unmissable!

The word cute could have been invented for this coffee shop, whose decoration seems to come straight out of the imagination of Lewis Carroll, author of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. The cappuccino - topped with a foam heart, naturally - is excellent and the pastries, especially the croissants, do not disappoint either. Generally, you can also nibble on some salted toast with avocado, ricotta and tomato or fig and prosciutto. For a sweet break, don't miss the s'mores latte, a coffee overflowing with marshmallows.

On the 15th floor of Hotel Indigo, on a street that doesn't look like much, is one of the classiest rooftops on the Lower East Side. If the cocktails are expensive, as in all the rooftops of the city, the view from the vast terrace and the room equipped with picture windows is breathtaking on all sides. The Empire State Building and the skyscrapers of Midtown put on a show to try and outshine the One World Trade Center and the buildings of the Financial District. From up there, with the city stretching as far as the eye can see, you feel a bit privileged.

If you're looking for a cozy neighborhood bar with an intimate vibe far removed from the overpriced, upscale cocktail bars that run the streets of New York, look no further! At 142 Sullivan, the dimmed lights, the narrowness of the bar and the great music selection encourage you to get closer and to share your secrets. Here, you're not looking to be seen and be seen, but to meet and converse for hours. The drinks menu is not very large, and all the cocktails are wine-based, but the atmosphere is enough to make us stay.

Located in the building that has long housed the Lower East Side's clubbing mecca, the Sapphire Lounge, this nightclub offers a very nice eclectic and trendy decor. The entrance is affordable (the drinks a little less) and the club welcomes a rather young population, whose average age does not exceed 25 years. On Saturday nights, there are often themed events or parties: 90s or 2000s, disco nights, etc. Come dressed up! The rest of the time, the dancefloor is packed with the latest pop and hip hop music.

The Upper East Side isn't overflowing with places to party late into the night, so it's no surprise that The Penrose is a favorite among locals. Open until 3am, the establishment offers the relaxed and friendly atmosphere of a neighborhood pub, with draft beers to drink at the bar or on the terrace, as well as quality service and good food to effectively mop up the busy cocktails prepared by the barman. A good place to go out in the evening or to take a break after visiting the Met.

Americans love macaroons, and it shows! There is often a wait to get the precious sesame that makes New Yorkers and tourists babas. It must be said that Gossip Girl has widely popularized this little meringue and colored cake, since it is the favorite sin of Blair Waldorf. The store is very cute (it's just like being inside a candy). If there is no table available, you can take your order to go and enjoy your macaroons on the steps of the Met, where Blair spends all her free time.

Cedric's is located in the lobby of The Shed, the cultural center of Hudson Yards. It's a nice place to take a break after visiting this growing neighborhood, the cocktails are not very expensive and the selection of regional beers is interesting. The Happy Hour, from Wednesday to Friday from 1pm to 5pm, allows to taste beers, wines and the cocktail of the day for only 5 US$, while sandwiches and other small dishes to nibble are 8 US$. And, for once, tips are included!